Which Trailer Tire Size Will Replace Car Tire Size P195/70R14 for Use on a Trailer

Updated 02/29/2016 | Published 02/28/2016

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Dexstar Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 14" x 5-1/2" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - White Powder Coat

(2449)

$47.68

Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D

(2230)

$170.14

Question:

I need to replace and cannot locate Can I use other sizes

asked by: Tim B

Expert Reply:

What you have there is a car tire. The P in front of the tire size indicates that this type of tire is used for passenger vehicles. You do not want to use car tires on a trailer. This is because trailer tires are built with a thicker sidewall compared to car tires so that the trailer tire can handle vertical load better.

I can tell by the picture though that you have a trailer wheel so all you need is a proper trailer tire. Trailer tires start with ST in front of the size. It stands for special trailer. It looks like you should be using 205/75-14 tires. I have included a link to the tires that we carry in that size.

If you do not know the capacity you need I recommend going with the highest in this size, # AM10235, rated for 2,040 pounds at 65 psi.

expert reply by: Michael H